Description
Indulge in the perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors with this delightful Lemon Blueberry Tart. A buttery crust filled with a luscious lemon custard and topped with juicy blueberries, this tart is a refreshing dessert that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Crust:
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold and cubed)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1–2 tablespoons ice water
Filling:
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
- 1/2 cup lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the crust: In a food processor, pulse together the flour, sugar, and salt. Add the cubed butter and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add the ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the dough comes together. Press the dough into a 9-inch tart pan and chill in the fridge for 15 minutes.
- Bake the crust: Prick the bottom of the crust with a fork, then bake for 15–18 minutes until lightly golden. Remove and set aside to cool slightly.
- Make the filling: In a saucepan, whisk together lemon juice, lemon zest, sugar, eggs, heavy cream, cornstarch, and vanilla. Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until thickened, about 5–7 minutes. Strain the filling through a fine mesh sieve into the tart shell and smooth the top.
- Add blueberries: Sprinkle the blueberries evenly over the lemon filling. Bake for an additional 15–18 minutes until the filling is set.
- Chill and serve: Cool to room temperature, then chill in the fridge for at least 2 hours before serving. Dust with powdered sugar if desired.
Notes
- Fresh blueberries provide the best texture, but thawed frozen blueberries can be used in a pinch.
- For a brighter lemon flavor, increase the zest or use Meyer lemons.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
